MS Natural Resources: Ecosystem Science at University of New Hampshire

Programme overview

The Ecosystem Science option suits students with backgrounds in environmental science, earth science, ecology or related fields. Research covers the ecology, microbiology and biogeochemistry of soils, groundwater and surface water, including carbon storage, nutrient transformations, water quality, soil health and greenhouse gas emissions.

Department: Natural Resources programme | Duration: At least 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durham, NH, United States

What you will study

Core of Approach to Research, a grant/science writing course, the NR seminar, a teaching/education course, one data analysis course, and a capstone of a 6-credit thesis or 4-credit directed research project; an approved programme of study is required in the first semester. Sample courses include Soil Ecology, Biogeochemistry, Environmental Soil Chemistry and Watershed Water Quality Management.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared to compete for jobs in the public and private sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UNH undergraduates applying through the Accelerated Master's option: minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA (some exceptions), at least 90 undergraduate credits before enrolling in 800-level courses, streamlined application with two letters of recommendation. UNH Graduate School (all graduate applicants who are non-native English speakers): minimum TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo English Test 120; waivers possible at department and Graduate School discretion.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: At least 30 credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.unh.edu/graduate-school/admissions

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